Posts by tag: river

Title: BreakthroughLocation: Burnham-on-CrouchCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 24-105mm EF f/4 L IS USMNotes: I had intended to take a trip to Maldon for the annual Mud Race today, but I got half way there and the traffic was silly, so I detoured to Burnham instead. The sun came out as I walked along the promenade, breaking through the clouds. I took a few pictures and then enjoyed a nice cup of tea and a toasted teacake in a little café looking at the water.One Year Ago:Day #362

Title: By The Great OuseLocation: Ely, CambridgeshireCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 24-105mm EF f/4 L IS USMNotes: Four of us from GNPC had a rather enjoyable day out in Ely today, despite pouring rain first thing, the weather perked up immensely and we got some good photographic opportunities. We spent quite some time in the Cathedral, and had a good walk along the river too. This fisherman was quietly ensconced on the banks with a big brolly to shield him from the wind.One Year Ago:Day #341

Title: Wivenhoe QuayLocation: FingringhoeCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 17-85mm EF f/4-5.6 IS USMNotes: Having spent yesterday in Colchester, I stayed overnight with my parents in Wivenhoe and spent most of today with Mum whilst Dad was out playing the organ for various church services. The three of us also enjoyed a pleasant lunch out. It was supposed to rain, but Mum & I took advantage of the good weather and had a drive and little walk. This is one of my favourite views of Wivenhoe, taken from across the River Colne at Fingringhoe. A lovely spot to catch the warm evening light illuminating the quayside opposite. A nice way to spend another 40@40 day.One Year Ago:Day #320

Title: Old Father ThamesLocation: Westminster, LondonCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 24-105mm EF f/4 L IS USMNotes: Another trip to London today, this time to meet photographer friend Paulo for a 40@40. We started off in Holborn and walked down to the river. Originally we wanted to go on a London Duck Tour but they were all booked up, so we took a regular boat from the London Eye to Tower Bridge instead. Finally, we had a potter around the largely deserted City, finishing up at Liverpool Street. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable day, and we were grateful for the good weather too.One Year Ago:Day #278

Title: Swanning AroundLocation: ChelmsfordCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 24-105mm EF f/4 L IS USMNotes: I had a few minutes to spare this morning before a meeting in the town, so went for a quick walk along the river. I spied this rather nice swan having a forgage amongst the water weed.One Year Ago:Day #254

Title: DownstreamLocation: South Bank, LondonCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 50mm EF f/1.8Notes: After a frustrating day at home, I had to go into London this evening for a planning meeting on the South Bank. This was the view when we came out afterwards.One Year Ago:Day #251

Title: Large Red DamselflyLocation: Near Cuton LockCamera: Canon EOS 30D / 24-105mm EF f/4 L IS USMNotes: The monthly Chelmsford Flickrwalk has come around again, and this time we decided to walk the section of the Centenary Circle between Springfield and Great Baddow. This took us along a part of the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation near Cuton Lock, and we saw a lot of dragonflies and damselflies flitting about. This one just sat still for long enough on a Gunnera leaf so that I was able to get a couple of shots. Thanks to the British Dragonfly Society, I was able to identify what it was.One Year Ago:Day #145